Take Two: Reflections On The Second Rangers-Angels AL West Showdown

Texas may have lost the series in Anaheim, but that does not mean it was a significant problem.

Rangers Vs. Angels: Texas Bounces Back With 7-3 Win

The Texas Rangers end their four-game losing streak and avoid a sweep in Anaheim behind solid pitching from Matt Harrison and patient hitting.

AL West Standings: Texas Rangers Atop Division By 4 Games Over Angels

The Texas Rangers have been a first class organization in the American League over the last few years, and it's clear that 2012 will be another entry into that growing catalog of evidence. Even with the hundreds of millions of dollars that their rivals like the Los Angeles Angels spent on names like C.J. Wilson and Albert Pujols, the Rangers still lead the AL West by four games and that's in the midst of a four game losing streak.

The Angels are definitely the only contenders who will touch the Rangers, and there's still a long way to go. But Neftali Perez returns and Roy Oswalt should soon join the ML rotation which makes an already rich team in pitching even better. There's little reason why the Rangers shouldn't repeat as AL West champs.

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Rangers Vs. Angels Time, TV, Radio Info And More

The Texas Rangers will attempt to avoid a sweep at the hands of the Anaheim Angels on Sunday and escape California with most of American League West lead intact.

Texas has dropped a season high four straight games while the Angels are streaking having won nine of 10 and the Rangers' lead in the division is down to just 3 1/2 games.

Texas will give the ball to Matt Harrison on Sunday as the lefty is looking for his third straight win in as many starts. The Angels will counter with Dan Haren who is also looking for his third straight win.

Game Date/Time: Sunday, June 3, 2:35 p.m. CT

Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Anaheim, California

TV: Fox Sports Southwest

Radio: 103.3 FM

Online Streaming: MLB.tv

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Rangers Vs. Angels Final Score: Losing Streak At 4 As Texas Loses 3-2

The Texas Rangers' lead in the American League West is down to just 3 1/2 games after a 3-2 loss to the the Anaheim Angels and former teammate C.J. Wilson Saturday night. The Rangers have now lost four straight while the Angels have won nine of their last 10 to close the gap.

An error by Adrian Beltre gave the Angels their first run in the sixth inning. Texas came back in the seventh, tying things up on a sacrifice fly by Daniel Murphy. Alberto Callaspo put the Angels back in front with an RBI single in the seventh and Kendrys Morales added an insurance run with a sacrifice fly. Texas cut the lead to 3-2 in the eighth thanks to a Michael Young RBI single. The Rangers threatened again in the ninth but Josh Hamilton struck out with the bases loaded to end the game.

Nelson Cruz and Young finished with two hits each for the Rangers. Callaspo and rookie sensation Mike Trout finished with two each for Anaheim.

Yu Darvish takes the loss after allowing five hits and three runs (2 earned) in 6 1/3 innings of work. He struck out seven while walking three. C.J. Wilson takes a no decision after shutting out his former club over six innings while allowing five hits and striking out five. Bobby Cassevah earns the win and Ernesto Frieri earns the save after working out of a bases loaded jam in the ninth.

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Rangers Vs. Angels Game 2 Lineup: Craig Gentry Gets The Nod At Centerfield

With the Angels starting left-handed pitcher C.J. Wilson, the Rangers are countering with a mostly right-handed lineup which includes having Craig Gentry get the start at center field in place of David Murphy. Another change in Saturday night's lineup is having Yorvit Torrealba play catcher and Mike Napoli moving to first base replacing Mitch Moreland.

Here is the Rangers lineup:

1. Ian Kinsler 2B
2. Elvis Andrus SS
3. Josh Hamilton LF
4. Adrian Beltre 3B
5. Michael Young DH
6. Nelson Cruz RF
7. Mike Napoli 1B
8. Yorvit Torrealba C
9. Craig Gentry CF

Here is the Angels lineup:

1. Mike Trout CF
2. Alberto Callaspo 3B
3. Albert Pujols 1B
4. Kendrys Morales DH
5. Mark Trumbo LF
6. Torii Hunter RF
7. Howie Kendrick 2B
8. Erick Aybar SS
9. Bobby Wilson C

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Angles Vs. Rangers, Game 2: Pitching Probables, Game Time And More

For the second time this season Saturday night, Texas Rangers Japanese pitching phenom Yu Darvish will take the mound against the Anaheim Angels and their ace hurler C.J. Wilson. Darvish (7-2, 3.25 ERA) will try and help the Rangers (31-21) take Game 2 of the three-game series at Angel Stadium (10:05 p.m. ET on Fox Sports Southwest) and help snap a three-game losing streak.

On Friday, Texas lost 4-2 to the Angels which set-up the second meeting between Darvish and Wilson. On May 11, the two squared off in a rain shortened contest that featured Darvish going 5 1/3 innings allowing three runs, while Wilson giving up four runs in just 1/3 of an inning.

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Mike Trout Makes A Splash

The 20-year old outfielder, considered one of the best young players in baseball, was the difference in the Angels 4-2 victory over the Rangers on Friday night.

Rangers Vs. Angels: Game Preview, TV Info And More

The Texas Rangers begin a three-game road series Friday against the division rival Los Angeles Angels.